Wheat variety Odessa 267 is a medium-maturing winter variety recommended for cultivation in steppe and forest-steppe zones. Plant height reaches 110-120 cm, and potential yield ranges from 5.8 to 6.9 tons per hectare, confirmed by an average yield of 6.67 t/ha. The variety is characterized by high ecological plasticity, drought and frost resistance, as well as heat tolerance, meeting the standards of the steppe zone. Seeding rate is 4.5 to 6.0 million advanced or similar seeds per hectare, ensuring optimal plant development and high productivity. Odessa 267 exhibits high resistance to major wheat diseases: yellow and brown rust, septoria, powdery mildew, scab, and fusarium head blight. Disease severity on the rating scale varies from 1 to 7, indicating reliable protection of plants from pathogens. Additionally, the variety shows high resistance to seed germination on roots and shattering, as well as moderate resistance to lodging and root rot, contributing to yield preservation and quality characteristics. The quality of Odessa 267 wheat is highly valued in the baking industry. The grain is red, egg-shaped, and glassy, with 1000-grain weight ranging from 38.0 to 42.8 g. Protein content varies from 13.0 to 14.5%, gluten content reaches 28-31.5%, and dough strength falls within 280-360 units. Bread volume from 100 g of flour is 1450-1520 cm³, ensuring an overall bread score of 4.8 points. These characteristics make the variety attractive to producers seeking high-quality grain with excellent technological properties.
